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[GunGoomba]

So, I found this on gamefaqs, and the dude claims, "You don't get to hear my sources, how I got this info, etc. Trust me when I say I didn't just "hear this from a friend" or "I work for Nintendo" or that crap. Nope, this is the real deal. You're welcome in advance. Don't ask me for more information on this game because this is all I know. I'm certain you will find this is a 100% true on June 5th, of that much I'm certain"

-Pikmin 3's official title is Pikmin: Universe HD

-The game will be a launch title for the Wii U

-The game is "massive" and the basic plot involves Olimar bringing along Pikmin to several foreign planets, each one being "about the size of the first Pikmin title."

-The game uses the tablet screen to issue commands to the Pikmin unlike the previous games; it can be used to arrange custom formations, assign the Pikmin to various jobs that exceed merely attacking enemies, and other elements that add depth to the game.

-Building off of that previous statement, this Pikmin game is not merely about collecting items and defeating enemies to get those items. It focuses "more on building colonies."

-Louie is not returning as a playable character, but he does have an important role (to what extend I'm not aware.) I'm guessing it has to do with...

-Olimar's home planet of Hocotate will finally be present in the game.

What do you guys think? It sounds pretty believable to me, and the title has 19 characters, exactly the amount of characters that nintendo is hinting at to be a launch title. I love the concepts for it. I hope it's true.

[Crackkat]

sounds legit to me

[Keviin]

Yup, sounds good. And 19 characters? Interesting.

[PipoPito]

Again... people can read minds.

[DANT3]

This sounds entirely believable, if you ask me, especially it being a launch title. Of course, this could also just be an extremely well crafted lie.

Nah, I won't ruin anybody's fun - this is legit; I can feel it.

[PipoPito]

Bad name. Remove HD from the name and it would be perfect

[Deadly Virus]

What's the point of the "HD" in the name? Makes it sound like it's just a rerelease or something. "Pikmin Universe" sounds great though.

[Fig]

I think they put HD in the title so there is no confusion about Wii U's HD capabilities to the general public. And to be a smart.... er, donkey, to people who complain about a lack of HD.

[Lord Pickleton]

What you are going to Gamefly a Nintendo game! You should be ashamed of yourself TRON

[Joshua]

I was always curious about Olimar's homeworld. The name 'Hocotate' sounds like 'hot chocolate' to me.
Figures that we will be able to visit multiple planets now. This game looks like it's going to overly outshine the other two.

[Lord Pickleton]

If you can go to other Planets I would like to pilot the ship over there I don't want a hub map like Mario Galaxy and other games.

Or at least let it be an option.

Edited by Cerberuz, 02 June 2012 - 05:58 AM.

[MiSoRamen]

Pikmin: Universe HD
It's got a good ring to it. I think the whole deal with the HD at the end is, Nintendo feels like it is necessary in order to show that the Wii U is an HD console.

[Blasty]

Please be just Pikmin Universe. I don't like when games have "HD" in the title.

[Keviin]

Yeah it's pretty obvious that this game is HD, so I think it's unnecissary to put in the title but oh well. It's just a rumor anyway. And if it turns out true, still no problem right? It's only a title.

[Alph]

Sounds pretty legit. Just 3 more days to find out.

[Meelow100]

I agree with you guys, I think they should take "HD" out of the title if this is real, we know it's HD lol.

[MiSoRamen]

I agree with you guys, I think they should take "HD" out of the title if this is real, we know it's HD lol.

We do, but does the common consumer? Most of the population doesn't even know what the Wii U is and what is the different between it and the Wii. Nintendo feels like it is necessary in order to show that the Wii U is an actual HD console.

[Lord Pickleton]

If the common consumer wouldn't understand why didn't Sony and Microsoft do it for the PS3 and Xbox 360 games. The only games that should have HD in the name should be HD remakes.

[MiSoRamen]

If the common consumer wouldn't understand why didn't Sony and Microsoft do it for the PS3 and Xbox 360 games. The only games that should have HD in the name should be HD remakes.

I personally do not want the HD in the title. Nintendo feels like they have to prove themselves to the "Hard-core market". Nintendo is stereotyped as a kiddie company and is not regarded for amazing graphics.